MA Interior Design with Professional Placement

Postgraduate Entry Requirement: 

• Academic Qualifications: Students should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum overall percentage of 60% or above in a relevant discipline.
• English Language Proficiency:
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80-95, with a minimum score of 20 in each component.
  • PTE: A minimum overall score of 51-61, with no individual score below 51.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan):

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students. This scholarship provides a significant tuition fee reduction for the duration of the student's program. The selection is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at UCLan.
2. International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. This scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The selection criteria include academic achievements, personal statements, and references.
3. Country-Specific Scholarships: UCLan offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and encourage international students from specific regions to study at UCLan. The eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship.
4. Sports Scholarships: UCLan recognizes the achievements of talented student athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and sporting pursuits. These scholarships are available for international students who demonstrate outstanding sporting ability and academic potential. The scholarships provide financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities and training programs.
5. Alumni Loyalty Discount: UCLan values its alumni and offers a tuition fee discount to international students who have previously completed a full degree program at UCLan and wish to pursue further studies at the university. The discount is applied to the tuition fees of eligible postgraduate programs.
6. External Scholarships and Funding: In addition to the scholarships offered by UCLan, international students can also explore external scholarship opportunities and funding options. Various organizations, foundations, and governments provide scholarships for international students studying in the UK. UCLan's International Office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship opportunities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary each year.

Graduates of the MA Interior Design with Professional Placement program at UCLan are well-prepared for a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the field of interior design. 

1. Interior Designer: Graduates can pursue careers as interior designers, working with clients to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.

2. Spatial Planner: Spatial planners focus on optimizing the use of space within buildings, considering factors like traffic flow and functionality.

3. Sustainable Design Consultant: Given the emphasis on sustainability, graduates can specialize in creating environmentally friendly interior spaces.

4. Retail Store Designer: Retail store designers focus on creating appealing and practical layouts for retail spaces, enhancing the customer experience.

5. Hospitality Designer: Careers in hospitality design involve creating inviting and functional interiors for hotels, restaurants, and resorts.

6. Residential Designer: Residential designers work on homes and apartments, ensuring that living spaces are comfortable and stylish.

7. Commercial Interior Designer: Commercial interior designers specialize in designing spaces for businesses, offices, and public venues.

8. Furniture Designer: Graduates with a passion for furniture design can create their own designs or work for furniture manufacturers.

9. Exhibition Designer: Exhibition designers create engaging and immersive displays for museums, trade shows, and events.

10. Set Designer: Set designers focus on creating environments for film, television, theater, and other forms of entertainment.

11. Color Consultant: Color consultants specialize in selecting color schemes that enhance the mood and atmosphere of interior spaces.

12. Lighting Designer: Lighting designers focus on optimizing the use of lighting to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of interiors.

13. Design Educator: Some graduates may choose to become educators, teaching interior design at universities or design schools.

14. Freelance Designer: Freelance opportunities abound, allowing graduates to work on a project-by-project basis for various clients.

15. Design Entrepreneur: Graduates with an entrepreneurial spirit can start their own interior design firms or consultancies.

16. Interior Stylist: Interior stylists focus on curating and arranging interior spaces for photography and media purposes.